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The Aristocrats Reviews

An interesting look at a classic joke told in a variety of (disturbing and funny) ways from lots of big names in the comedy and showbiz world that people would enjoy. My only big criticism would be that for a show based on one joke 90 minutes is a very long time to watch.

Watched this while eating fresh, homemade pot roast...by the time Saget showed up, I could no longer finish the pot roast. It's unclear whether it's more shockingly offensive than it is unendingly hilarious or vice versa...but either way, it's a fascinating (if admittedly sloppy) comedy doc.

The documentary to watch to learn about the who's who in stand-up comedy. So offensive, so hilarious, not for the young, or proper. You'd think it would get boring hearing the same joke over and over, but it just keeps getting better. The special features on the DVD are also essential, extended takes from the comedians and additional ridiculous jokes will have you hurting from laughter. If you haven't heard of it, give it a try. If you have and think you wouldn't need to see it, you're wrong, just watch it once. Probably my favorite documentary ever.

You need to look past the crass blue humor of the joke itself and focus on context and delivery...there are some really funny bits here. Sarah Silverman is amazing, Bob Saget wasn't as funny as I was hoping, and Gilbert Gottfried is timeless...I can watch the Gottfried segment on YouTube over and over and it never gets old.

An interesting documentary about a constantly disgusting and demented joke, The Aristocrats will quickly run out of steam for those who don't like comedy or those who absolutely hate hearing dirty jokes. But the film is a still a fascinating exploration of how strange and off-putting the mind of a comic can become when no limits are placed on his imagination.

Super funny at times, disgusting always. Amazing lineup of comics! But it is a bit long, and could easily have been just as good in half the time. Anyway, a family walks into a talent agent's office...

Not a huge fan of the way this documentary is set out format wise but other than that it's a joy to watch. Heaps of celebrities telling one unbelievably dirty joke. Definitely a must see for anyone interested in the comedy industry.